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Wicklow Retained Firefighters Strike Over Pay And Conditions

Wicklow Retained Firefighters are picketing today, in a row over pay and conditions.

The Transport Minister believes working conditions for fire fighters need to improve, to ensure the job works for them.

Half of the retained firefighters in the country are picketing today, in a row over pay and conditions.

While 200 stations could go on strike next Tuesday, which would have major impact on emergency services.

Brian Murray from Bray Fire Station says a resolution needs to be found soon.

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